International Women’s Day is March 8th, but in Fairfax County, we can’t help but celebrate it every day. Because everywhere you look in the county, you’ll find women who’ve changed history, preserved history, and broken all molds. America recently celebrated the centennial of the ratification of the…
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Fairfax County is blessed with an enormous array of incredible attractions, but it goes without saying that George Washington’s Mount Vernon is one of the most popular sites in the county. In fact, as the residence of our first President, it is also the most visited historic home in America…
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In the 67 years he walked the earth, George Washington perhaps made more of an impact than nearly any other historical figure in America. He battled a king and won. He founded a new country—one that many would argue is the greatest country on earth. And he set the precedent for the many presidents…
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My dad was a navigator. And growing up, there were two main ways to get to every destination—the fastest way and the scenic way. Most of the time we took the scenic way. Perhaps the most scenic driving in Fairfax County happens in Great Falls. In fact, you’d be hard-pressed to find a road either…
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Forget resolutions for 2021. After this past year, who needs the stress? So this year, instead of making promises we are unlikely to keep, we suggest just aiming to take a step in the right direction. No commitments. No expectations. No stress. The good news is that there are plenty of healthy…
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Between the pandemic, the election, homeschooling, and the holidays, most of us are in anxiety overload and need some relief. To that end, Fairfax County has many amazing day spas, each of which provides an utterly unique experience for soothing your soul. And let’s face it, you’ve earned it. Better…
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Each year, two days after Thanksgiving, communities across the nation host Small Business Saturday, celebrating and supporting neighborhood businesses. In Fairfax County, however, your Small Business Saturday is super-sized with unique gifts from iconic museum shops and interesting destinations…
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More than any other town in Fairfax County, I probably visit Vienna the most. Sometimes I go for the shopping. Other times it’s for a holiday crafts show, to hear live music, try a restaurant or visit a park. From charming public art and historic sites to commanding performances and great…
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Hiking, running, and cycling in Fairfax County is its own reward—beautiful parks, scenic pathways, and an excellent workout. But what if you could double your reward with a payoff hike? Fairfax County is filled with parks and trails that just happen to be adjacent to some of the region’s best…
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These are interesting times. Typically, Visit Fairfax would be giving you all the reasons to visit Fairfax County this spring—tours of George Washington’s Mount Vernon and the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum at Dulles Airport, Cherry Blossom and Memorial Day events, fabulous shops and…
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